Cranfield Manufacturing Systems course broch web

Postgraduate courses in

Manufacturing Systems and Management

2017-18

Aerospace ManufacturingCost Engineering

Cyber-Secure Manufacturing Engineering and Management of Manufacturing Systems

Global Product Development and ManagementKnowledge Management for InnovationManagement and Information Systems

Manufacturing Consultancy

Cranfield University

Studying Manufacturing Systems and Management at Cranfield

We are an exclusively postgraduate university located in the heart of the UK. Our close collaboration with industry means we offer relevant, practical teaching that is firmly based on our transformational research.

Our passion for the areas we operate in and our long-standing relationships with some of the most prestigious companies in industry mean that studying at Cranfield will open doors for you.

For those planning a successful career in manufacturing, Cranfield offers the ideal balance of academic study and practical work experience. We have an exceptional portfolio of leading research in manufacturing and an impressive list of partner organisations, many of whom are directly involved in our courses. A postgraduate qualification from Cranfield will offer you an unparalleled competitive advantage as you develop your career.

81% of our research is world-leading or internationally excellent.

UK No.1

Engineering and technology postgraduates

“Cranfield University’s postgraduate programmes are closely linked with industry enabling students to work together in order to provide answers to real business challenges. The flexibility of their part-time courses, along with state-of-the-art facilities, deliver the perfect learning environment.”

Miguel Lobo Coelho, Management and Information Systems MSc, 2013

4,600+ Learners

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Reasons to study Manufacturing Systems and Management with us

Industry links Our students have regular contact withindustry through group and individualproject work as well as guest lecturesfrom partner organisations. Courses areregularly reviewed by an advisory panelof leading professionals from industry toensure the content is relevant and meetsthe expectations of employers.

Learning from the best academicsWe attract high-quality staff from around the world who bring a diverse mix of backgrounds and experiences to create a rich research and teaching environment.

Outstanding facilitiesWe have exceptional facilities, many of which are unique in the university sector. These include a virtual reality suite with a Samsung SUR40 touch table, an impressively equipped composites manufacturing laboratory, and a 400m² precision engineering laboratory with an ultra-high accuracy co-ordinate measuring machine. We are part of the SAP University Alliances programme and use SAP in our teaching.

Teaching informed by researchOur research in the fields of aerospace and defence manufacturing, engineering design, industrial automation and sustainable manufacturing systems ensures that our teaching is relevant and contemporary.

Networking opportunitiesYou will have numerous opportunities to make valuable contacts with industry at our many events including our annual National Manufacturing Debate and those held by professional bodies.

Work on real world projectsAlmost two-thirds of study is on projects to find solutions to real-world problems, working on developments initiated by industry.

Funding opportunitesYou may be eligible for the bursaries and scholarships that are available for help with fees and/or living expenses.

Broad portfolioWe offer a wide range of study options – research degrees, taught degrees, executive education and short courses. Read more on our website.

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Manufacturing Systems and ManagementcoursesGlobal manufacturing is constantly undergoing dramatic change. It has moved from a labour-intensive industry to a knowledge-intensive activity in which successful organisations put sustainability and the use of leading-edge technology at the heart of their business strategy. Innovation, agile management and highly-efficient systems are essential to meet each rapidly-emerging challenge.

Career prospectsOur graduates are highly employable and can expect to go on to have impressive careers as professional managers and leaders in the manufacturing sector.

They fill a range of roles, such as Development Engineering Managers, Strategic Planners, Systems Developers and Technical Analysts. Major companies employing Cranfield graduates in recent years include Ford, British Airways, PwC, Rolls-Royce, Coca-Cola and Oxford Instruments.

Group projectsHere is a small sample of recent projects that have been worked on by our students:

• Babcock International (supplier of support services to UK armed forces and civilians) An augmented reality application was designed and built to demonstrate how technology can be implemented to provide detailed maintenance instructions in a 3D visual format.

• BT (UK communications company operating in 170 countries)

The rapid progress and sophistication in IT and communication has resulted in the redundancy of public-switched telephone network equipment and cabling. Our students helped carry out research into precious and hazardous material recovery from these systems to demonstrate the feasibility of sustainable resource recovery.

• Airbus (global manufacturer of civil aircraft) Satellite production software was used to produce a simulation model of product flow in a manufacturing environment. The results were used to identify and demonstrate areas for change/improvement to reduce product lead times.

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Course informationAerospace Manufacturing MSc, PgDip, PgCertAerospace production systems are vital in the drive for productivity improvements. Graduates gain the capabilities to manage major improvement programmes in the aerospace manufacturing industry or instigate interventions that enhance business performance.

Cost Engineering PgCert (Part-time only)This course provides high-quality engineers with the cost and affordability engineering skills essential for the development of cost-effective products and technologies.

Cyber-Secure Manufacturing MSc, PgDip, PgCertDeveloped for manufacturing engineers and managers to help protect systems and machines against cyber threats, this course enhances the expertise of those seeking careers tackling manufacturing-related cybersecurity challenges and technologies. Part-time option also available pending University approval.

Engineering and Management of Manufacturing Systems MSc, PgDip, PgCertThis course provides a thorough understanding of the processes, skills and behaviours needed to create and manage competitive manufacturing operations in multiple sectors.

Global Product Development and Management MSc, PgDip, PgCertGraduates acquire advanced techniques for integrating product development at multiple levels, and designing and manufacturing intelligent, sustainable and internationally-competitive products.

Knowledge Management for Innovation MSc, PgDip, PgCertTo develop leaders who can drive strategic innovation and collaboration by effective management of knowledge, this course focuses on skills acquisition, including business process planning, data management, team working and creativity.

Management and Information Systems MSc, PgDip, PgCertBy developing an understanding of the interaction between organisations, their IT and their people, our graduates play a crucial role in integrating the language and practice of management and technology in business operations.

Manufacturing Consultancy MSc, PgDip, PgCertThis course develops multi-skilled professionals with the knowledge and ability to implement change across an organisation, from the factory floor to senior management.

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For full information about each course see www.cranfield.ac.uk/study

Key facts and statisticsCourse structureManufacturing MSc courses generally comprise taught modules, a group project and an individual thesis project.

Taught modules 40%You will undertake eight taught modules which run from October to January, giving key information for subsequent project work.

Group project 20%Group projects run from February to April and provide teams of students with the opportunity to take responsibility for a consultancy-type project, usually with an industrial sponsor. (For those doing this course part-time this is replaced with a dissertation.)

Individual Project 40%The final individual thesis project takes up the remainder of the course to September. It allows students to demonstrate their ability to think and work in an original way and overcome genuine problems in manufacturing and materials technology, supported by external organisations.

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FeesPlease see the individual course pages on our website for full fee information, awards offered and full-time or part-time options. Terms and conditions apply – see www.cranfield.ac.uk/fee-information

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Accreditation The MSc award of selected courses are, or may be in the process of obtaining, accreditation by the following professional institutions. To find out if a specific course holds accreditations, please visit the course page on our website.

Academic staffYou will be taught by a wide range of subject specialists at Cranfield University and from outside the University, who draw on their research and industrial expertise to provide stimulating and relevant input to your learning experience. Our academics include:

“I recommend Cranfield as the university of choice for students who wish to excel within manufacturing. The industry-informed taught modules have

provided me a wide knowledge, and will guide my professional development in the longer term. Thanks to the high quality supervision of my group project and individual thesis, I have learned an effective academic research approach. These combined aspects have helped me join a PhD studentship at

the University.”

Boyang Song, Engineering and Management of Manufacturing Systems MSc, 2014

Professor Tetsuo Tomiyama, Professor of Life Cycle Engineering

Tetsuo’s interests lie in engineering design, life-cycle engineering, and through-life engineering. He is an international expert in design theory and methodology, function modelling, and service engineering. His recent projects include developing an innovative cleaning robot.

Dr Ip-Shing Fan, Senior Lecturer in Enterprise Systems and Admissions Tutor

Fan‘s area of focus is to understand the complex interactions between people systems and technology systems. This work ranges from systems engineering, business process analysis, quality and performance management systems to organisational design in the aerospace, engineering and manufacturing sectors.

Dr Konstantinos Salonitis, Senior Lecturer in Manufacturing Systems and Programme Director

Kostas works in the area of simulation and modelling of manufacturing processes and systems, including energy efficiency, environmental impact assessment, abrasive machining and rapid manufacturing. He is interested in and lectures on lean management of manufacturing systems.

How to apply Entry requirements Candidates must possess, or be expected to achieve a first or second class UK Honours degree in a relevant science, engineering, management or related discipline, or the international equivalent of these UK qualifications. Other relevant qualifications, together with significant experience, may be considered. Where applicable, students must achieve a minimum IELTS score of 6.5.

LocationYour course will be held at the Cranfield campus – a tranquil environment offering just the place to focus on your studies and work with a professional and international community. We are located just outside the village of Cranfield between Bedford and Milton Keynes. There is plenty to do in the area and many cities with a rich history can be visited on day trips. Several airports are easily accessible, offering a gateway to explore Europe and afar. There are also convenient transport links by rail and road.

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